Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) has just received root support for Android 5.1 Lollipop stock firmware with SuperSU. Amid the issues on rooting process, SuperSU is promised as a more user-friendly guide to root devices and be able to install root apps.
SuperSU support for Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) on Android 5.1 Lollipop is now available. Despite the claims of slow rooting process, SuperSU is designed to put an end to this problem, making root procedures and workarounds more user-friendly.
Take note of the following reminders before rooting Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) on Android 5.1 Marshmallow:
1. Use only Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) as prescribed. Using other variant may cause severe damage to phone.
2. Back up all necessary data here.
3. This root guide applies to future Android updates.
4. Use Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) device not yet installed with any custom ROM.
To finally root Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) on Android 5.1 Lollipop with SuperSU, follow the step-by-step guide provided below:
1. Download SuperSU Root package on PC for Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) and extract the zip file.
2. Connect phone to PC using USB cable.
3. Copy and paste downloaded zip files from PC in the phone's memory.
4. Turn off phone.
5. Go to Download mode by press holding volume down and home buttons together.
6. Press the power button twice.
7. Open Odin on the PC.
8. Once connected, wait for the ID:COM boxes to turn into yellow with the COM port number.
9. Select the files to be flashed or installed on the phone.
10. In Odin, check the Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time options.
11. Click the Start button for begin installation.
12. Wait until the installation is completed.
To check the software versions, go to Settings > About phone.
